Bekaert is a 130-year-old Belgian company founded in 1880 that specializes in engineered wire products. According to its 2010 annual report, Bekaert experienced a revival in 2010 after struggling in 2009 due to the financial crisis, with net profits increasing to €215.8 million. While debts also increased by €127 million likely due to investments, solvency improved by 2% and remained within an acceptable range, leaving shareholders happy with the company's financial results and recovery in 2010 despite the increased borrowing.

1. The annual report of Bekaert(2010) Sam De Ruyter

2. Introduction Founded 1880 Founder: Leo Leander Bekaert Zwevegem (Belguim) Core business: Engineered wire products

3. headquarters: Kortrijk (Belgium) Euronext Brussels Bert De Graeve & Baron Paul Buysse In 120 countries!

4. Annual report 2010 2010  revival 2009  bad Cause: financial crisis

5. Turnover

6. Best selling region

7. Net profit + € 215.8 million

8. The Bekaertshares

9. The net debts + € 127 million

11. The end Thank you for your attention!